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Italian UNIFIL peacekeepers have replaced a statue of Jesus, described as a crucifix or religious figure, in southern Lebanon. The original statue was reportedly destroyed by an Israeli soldier, prompting the replacement by the Italian contingent.
UN peacekeepers in Cyprus removed a Turkish farmer from the Avlona buffer zone following reports of unauthorized activity. The intervention aimed to maintain the integrity of the demilitarized area.
A French peacekeeper was killed and others wounded in an attack on a UNIFIL patrol in southern Lebanon, prompting condemnation from several nations. French President Macron accused Hezbollah of responsibility, an accusation the group denied.
Turkish forces made an unauthorized entry into the Pyla buffer zone in Cyprus, prompting UN peacekeepers to increase patrols. The situation later de-escalated as Turkish tanks withdrew from the area.
Ten countries, including Canada and the UK, have issued condemnations following the killing of UN peacekeepers in Lebanon. This international response highlights widespread concern over the incident.
The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly rebuffed statements by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, who criticized Greece's cooperation with Israel and warned it could lead to conflict. Greece asserted it does not accept directives or owe explanations for its foreign policy.
Ambassadors from over 70 countries have condemned attacks against UN peacekeepers, emphasizing that the incident resulting in the death of three Indonesian peacekeepers could constitute a war crime. They urged the UN to continue its investigation.
A Vatican aid convoy, escorted by French UN peacekeepers, was prevented from reaching Christian villages near the Israeli border in southern Lebanon due to gunfire. The convoy was heading towards the village of Debl.
Three UN peacekeepers were injured in an explosion in Lebanon. The incident occurred in the Alvalade area of Santiago do Cacém.
The Israel Defense Forces have denied responsibility for the deaths of two UN peacekeepers, stating that they did not plant any explosive devices in the area where the incident occurred and that their actions are not directed against the UN humanitarian mission.
Three UN peacekeepers have been killed in Lebanon as Israeli strikes continue to pummel the south, prompting the UN chief to condemn attacks on peacekeepers as grave violations of international humanitarian law.
Israel initially blocked Jerusalem’s Catholic cardinal from marking Palm Sunday at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, sparking international outcry and prompting Washington to express concern. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later reversed the ban, though the Vatican expressed dissatisfaction over the restricted access.
Two UN peacekeepers have been killed in an explosion in Lebanon, an incident that also saw Iran's envoy defy an order to leave Beirut.
Qatar’s ambassador joined the launch of a UN-backed $308 million humanitarian appeal in Beirut to support Lebanon as the war and Israeli strikes drive rising casualties and displacement. Qatar’s ambassador… (The post Qatar ambassador joins launch of urgent humanitarian appeal for Lebanon is from Doha News | Qatar.)
As tensions escalate along the Israel–Lebanon border, RTÉ Clarity looks at what has been happening in the stretch of southern Lebanon where some 300 Irish UN peacekeepers are deployed.
China has issued a condemnation following an attack targeting United Nations peacekeepers.
UN peacekeepers from Ghana hurt in Lebanon attack Kuwait Times
French President Macron has condemned an 'unacceptable attack' on UN peacekeepers stationed in Lebanon.
Germany will keep supporting Lebanon after UN peacekeepers leave, the German president says AP News
A national tribute will be held in Montauban on Thursday for Sergeant-Major Florian Montorio, a French soldier killed in Lebanon during an ambush targeting UN peacekeepers, attributed by France and the UN to Hezbollah. Two other French soldiers wounded in the incident are being repatriated.
A French peacekeeper was killed in southern Lebanon, leading France to blame Hezbollah for the deadly attack. Hezbollah has denied any involvement, as the incident deepens instability in the region.
A ceasefire has been established in Lebanon, leading to a halt in strikes, though UN peacekeepers report no withdrawal of forces. Diplomatic efforts are underway, with Lebanon's president pushing for permanent agreements and other leaders urging the utilization of the truce for lasting peace.
Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced the suspension of the renewal of a long-standing defense cooperation agreement with Israel. This decision follows various pressures and reports, including an attack on UN peacekeepers.
The Cypriot government has condemned alleged violations in the Pyla buffer zone, while UNFICYP has increased its patrols in the area. UN peacekeepers also rejected claims made by the northern side regarding the situation.
UNIFIL has reported that an Israeli tank rammed vehicles belonging to UN peacekeepers.
Dozens of countries have issued condemnations following recent attacks on UN peacekeepers stationed in Lebanon.
Indonesia has received the bodies of its peacekeepers killed in Lebanon, condemning the attacks and calling for an investigation. Malaysia has also urged the United Nations to take action following the deadly incidents.
Indonesia has urged the United Nations to investigate the deaths of three of its peacekeepers, who were killed following Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon, as families mourn their loss.
Russia has condemned the deadly attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, where two Indonesian peacekeepers were killed by a roadside explosion, bringing the total to three. Ten European nations have also called on all parties to ensure the safety and security of UNIFIL following these incidents.
UN peacekeepers in Lebanon have found themselves caught in the firing line as the conflict in the region continues, highlighting the dangers faced by international forces.
Multiple UN peacekeepers have been killed in Southern Lebanon within 24 hours, including two Indonesian UNIFIL members who died after an explosion destroyed their vehicle, as Israel expands its operation against Hezbollah, increasing danger for UNIFIL forces.
Two United Nations peacekeepers have been killed in Lebanon, according to reports from Polish media, marking a tragic incident for the international forces in the region.
UN peacekeepers were reportedly shot at in Lebanon, though further details on the incident are not immediately available.
India has called for the protection of UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, who are in the midst of a heightened confrontation between Israel and Hezbollah in the fallout of the Iran war.
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has called on member states of the Commonwealth of Nations to strongly condemn the recent attack on United Nations peacekeepers serving in Lebanon,…
Four Ghanaian soldiers who sustained minor injuries during a missile attack on their base in southern Lebanon are stable and recovering well, according to an update from the Ministry of Defence.
Several Ghanaian members of UN peacekeeping forces were injured in an attack in Southern Lebanon.
This article provides an explanation of why UN peacekeepers, known as UNIFIL, are present and what their role is in Lebanon.
European far-right leaders convened in Milan for a rally primarily focused on anti-immigration sentiments, with discussions also touching on the legacy of figures like Orbán. Meanwhile, left-wing leaders gathered in Spain, asserting that the era of the far-right is ending.
UN peacekeepers stationed in Lebanon have reported a halt in military strikes in the region, but noted that there has been no withdrawal of forces.
Turkish occupation forces entered the Pyla buffer zone in Cyprus, leading to clashes with UN peacekeepers and heightened tensions. The Republic of Cyprus urged de-escalation after Turkish forces brought armored vehicles into the area.
A Chinese oil tanker, subject to US sanctions, successfully traversed the Strait of Hormuz, reportedly breaching the US-imposed blockade. This incident has sparked debate over the blockade's effectiveness and legality, drawing criticism from Iran.
UN peacekeepers in Lebanon (UNIFIL) reported that an Israeli tank struck their vehicles in the southern part of the country, an area where Israel and Hezbollah have been engaged in conflict.
A UN investigation concluded that an Indonesian peacekeeper was killed by Israeli fire and two others by a Hezbollah improvised explosive device (IED) in separate incidents in Lebanon.
Prabowo Subianto, an Indonesian official, offered condolences to the families of Indonesian UN peacekeepers who have fallen in service.
Several member states of the United Nations Security Council have condemned recent incidents in Lebanon that resulted in the deaths of UN peacekeepers.
Three UN peacekeepers have died in southern Lebanon following an explosion, prompting a UN investigation, with Israel accusing Hezbollah of responsibility.
An Indonesian peacekeeper serving with a U.N. mission in southern Lebanon has been killed by Israeli fire, raising fresh concerns over the safety of international forces and prompting calls for an urgent UN Security Council meeting.
A UN peacekeeper has been killed by artillery fire in south Lebanon, prompting Indonesia to arrange for the repatriation of the fallen peacekeeper.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have reiterated a widespread evacuation warning for southern Lebanon, urging civilians to move north of the Zahrani River as air strikes continue.
A rifle-wielding man, identified as a Lebanese immigrant who lost relatives in an Israeli strike in Lebanon, attacked a Detroit-area synagogue and was killed in a shootout. Police operations were underway following the gunfire exchange.
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Ablakwa urges Commonwealth to condemn attack on Ghanaian UN peacekeepers in Lebanon Graphic Online
Government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu has condemned the attack on Ghanaian peacekeepers serving in southern Lebanon, stressing that no country or group should be allowed to attack non-combatants…
UN peacekeepers express 'serious concern' over order as around 84,000 people displaced in four days